(Surprising) Facts You Didn’t Know About ‘All in the Family’

Published on 08/17/2017
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Even Carroll O’Connor was unhappy with the show at certain times. Especially about his contract, he had a huge dispute when he demanded 12 weeks of vacation and $64K in backpay. To which Norman Lear responded by filming three episodes without the beloved Archie. Additionally he threatened to kill off the character of Archie Bunker altogether.

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While it’s true that Edith Bunker cannot sing whatsoever, Jean Stapleton actually can. She did get her start on Broadway, folks! Starring in many hit musicals, like Damn Yankees and Funny Girl.

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